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Police Commission Explains Recruitment Of ‘Repentant Thugs’ To Fight Crimes
The Police Service Commission (PSC), on Thursday, explained the recruitment of ‘repentant thugs’ as Police Constables in Kano State.
This came amid viral videos showing how some repentant thugs were recruited as part of police constables drafted to fight crime in Kano. The situation drew condemnation from some Nigerians as they faulted the decision.
In a statement, PSC spokesman, Ikechukwu Ani, clarified that the “repentant criminals” were recruited as police constabulary because they had realised that crimes do not pay.
“The Commission wishes to state categorically that the Special Constabulary are not Police men and not recognised as such by the Commission and Government,” he said.
“The Commission however notes that the Constabulary operations are covered and recognised by the Police Act and are readily useful and needed now that the nation is fighting to end the siege of criminals across the country.”
He stated that the commission is in touch with the Kano State Police Command and is aware that the use of the Constabulary is to support the Police in building a crime-free Kano State.
To Ani, it is necessary to state that the men and women recruited as Special Constabulary are posted to work in their locality where they will be in a better position to fish out the criminals terrorising the place.
“Some of the repentant influential youths previously used in the past as political thugs and abandoned have realised that crime does not pay and have voluntarily offered themselves to assist fight for a crime free state,” he explained.
“The Commission is also aware that the Kano Special Constabulary has received adequate training and are working in their Local Government areas as required by law but under strict supervision of the State Police Command.”
Noting that their engagement is to promote sustainable peace, economic growth and development of the state, Ani said the PSC Chairman, Dr. Solomon Arase, will continue to partner with the police to ensure an improved security of lives and property in the country.
Arase, a retired Inspector General of Police, said that security is not only a government responsibility but that of every Nigerian and called for a citizen-based approach to security in Nigeria.
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LAGOS: Know Your LG Chairman and Deputy’s
Here is the full list of the newly elected chairmen and their deputies across the 57 LGAs and LCDAs in Lagos
Here is the full list of the newly elected chairmen and their deputies across the 57 LGAs and LCDAs in Lagos:
Agbado-Oke Odo: Jimoh Abiodun Ishola and Kehinde Sobayo
Agboyi-Ketu: Adetola Oyedele and Ganiyu Fatai
Agege: Babatunde Azeez and Ganiyu Obasa
Ajeromi-Ifelodun: Olamilekan Akindipe and Ajibola O. Ashabi Ugbo-Anite
Alimosho: Ibrahim Akinpelu and Francis Adebisi
Amuwo-Odofin: Sanusi Ismail and Maureen Ashara
Apapa: Shobanjo Idowu and Ganiyu Ismaila
Apapa Iganmu: Jimoh Olawale and Otitolaye Fadekemi
Ayobo-Ipaja: Abiodun Agbaje and Otunba Oladipupo Oluwaloni
Badagry: Humpey Babatunde and Akeem Adeyemi
Badagry West: Rauf Ibrahim and Nutayi Oluwaremilekun
Bariga: Bukola Omofe Adedeji and Babatunde Adesida
Coker-Aguda: Azeez Ogidan and Mathew Olaleye
Egbe-Idimu: Idris Balogun and Tayo Ayinde
Ejigbo: Taoreed Taiwo and Abisola Nicholas Ike
Epe: Sura Animashaun and Sikiru Owolomashe
Eredo: Monsuru Ismail and Lateef Adesanya
Eti-Osa East: Samsudeen Agunbiade and Sheriff Azeez Olubuse
Eti-Osa: Adeola Sheriff and Dowu Badru
Iba: Isa Jubril and Samuel Ayodele Thomas
Ibeju-Lekki: Sesan Olowa and Isiaka OlatunjiLekki: Rasaq Kasali and Oluremi Alogba
Ifako-Ijaiye: Usman Hamzat and Toluwatoyin Akerele
Ifelodun: Olufemi Okeowo and Adejinya Ojora
Igando-Ikotun: Lasisi Akinsanya and Adewunmi Dada
Igbogbo-Baiyeku: Hameed Aroyehun and Ade AyeniIjede: Motunrayo Gbadebo and Femi Kabir
Ikeja: Akeem Dauda and Jabiola Omisore
Ikorodu: Adedayo Ladega and Alogba Bisiriyu Babatunde
Ikorodu North: Wale Hameed and Mathew Adesanya
Ikorodu West: Kazeem Sulaiman and Adesegun Aluko
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Buhari and I were admitted to the same hospital – Abdulsalami Abubakar
The former military ruler said that he learned of Buhari’s death after he had been discharged.
•Former Head of State, Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd).
Former Military Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, has revealed he was admitted to the same hospital in London, United Kingdom, as former President Muhammadu Buhari.
The former military ruler said that he learned of Buhari’s death after he had been discharged.
“Unfortunately, we were in the hospital together, but I have been discharged,” he said.
“When I heard the news of his death, I quickly went there to condole with the family and see what could be done to get the corpse ready to be taken home.”
“My relationship with Buhari goes as far back as 1962. We joined the military, he was my senior and during the unfortunate civil war we were fighting in the same sector. Gen Buhari was a gentleman; he was very quiet and sincere.
You can trust Buhari with anything on this earth and he will not betray you,” he added.
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FG declares Tuesday public holiday to honour Buhari
The minister stated that the holiday is a mark of respect for the deceased president’s service to the nation, his contributions to Nigeria’s democratic journey, and his enduring legacy in governance and national development.
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15, a public holiday in honour of the late former president, Muhammadu Buhari.
The Minister of Interior Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government.
The minister stated that the holiday is a mark of respect for the deceased president’s service to the nation, his contributions to Nigeria’s democratic journey, and his enduring legacy in governance and national development.
“President Muhammadu Buhari served Nigeria with dedication, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the unity and progress of our great nation. This public holiday provides an opportunity for all Nigerians to reflect on his life, leadership, and the values he upheld,” the minister said.He urged citizens to use the day to honour the late president’s memory by promoting peace, patriotism, and national cohesion, in line with his vision for a prosperous and united Nigeria.
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